How much theory do I know?

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Not really sure how much you know about getting on the road? Try this quick quiz to find out if you’re ready to pass your test, or if you’ve still got a lot to learn!

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Question 1 of 50

1. Question

What does this sign on the instrument panel mean?

The fan-belt has broke

The handbrake is on

The lights are on main beam

The lights are on dipped headlights

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Question 2 of 50

2. Question

You must not stop on a motorway. What are the 2 exceptions to this rule?
2 answers required

When you have been driving for longer than 2 hours

In an emergency

When flashing red lights show above your lane

When you want to pick up a hitch-hiker

To answer your mobile phone

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Question 3 of 50

3. Question

If you see a vehicle with a flashing Green light, what might it signify?

Police

Doctor

Fire engine

Slow moving or broken down vehicle

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Question 4 of 50

4. Question

When driving on a motorway, when should you indicate to change lanes?

You should indicate to pull out but not on returning to a lane

You should always indicate to change lanes

You only need to indicate when there are other drivers behind you

Don't indicate when you are on the motorway

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Question 5 of 50

5. Question

During an emergency stop your wheels lock and skid, would you:-

Turn the steering wheel to the left

Turn the steering wheel to the right

Release the brake and let the vehicle roll to a stop

Release the brake and then re-apply it

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Question 6 of 50

6. Question

How long is an MOT valid for?

1 year after the date of issue

3 years after date of issue

50,000 miles

100,000 miles

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Question 7 of 50

7. Question

In windy conditions you need to take extra care when?

Using the brakes

Making a hill start

Passing pedal cyclist

Turning into a narrow road

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Question 8 of 50

8. Question

A two-second gap between you and the car in front is when conditions are?

Dry

Wet

Foggy

Damp

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Question 9 of 50

9. Question

The approach to a pedestrian crossing is usually marked with:-

Yellow lines

Zig-zag lines

Double white lines

Single white lines

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Question 10 of 50

10. Question

You are towing a small trailer on a busy three-lane motorway. You must:
2 answers required

not overtake

not exceed 60 mph

use only the left and centre lanes

have a stabiliser fitted

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Question 11 of 50

11. Question

What does this motorway sign show?

Low-flying aircraft or sudden noise

Stop on the hard shoulder

Use the nearside lane

Leave the motorway at the next exit

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Question 12 of 50

12. Question

What does this warning light on the instrument panel mean?

Engine oil low

Hazard warning light

Brake fluid is low or the handbrake is on

Engine overheating

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Question 13 of 50

13. Question

A full photo card Driving Licence is valid for?

3 years

5 years

10 years

Until you reach 70

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Question 14 of 50

14. Question

You are travelling on the motorway and are feeling tired. What should you do?

carry on but slow down

leave the motorway at the next exit

complete your journey as quickly as possible

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Question 15 of 50

15. Question

What is the normal (national) speed limit for cars in the left-hand lane of a three- lane motorway?

40 mph

50 mph

60 mph

70 mph

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Question 16 of 50

16. Question

Where would you see this road sign?

On a Ring road

On a Motorway

Approaching a Roundabout

In a Car Park

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Question 17 of 50

17. Question

Which type of crossing detects the movements of pedestrians?

Zebras

Pelicans

Puffins

Toucans

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Question 18 of 50

18. Question

What is the Maximum speed for a Heavy Goods vehicle (exceeding 7.5 tonnes maximum laden weight)” on a Motorway?

40 mph

50 mph

60 mph

70 mph

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Question 19 of 50

19. Question

Which of these, if allowed to get low could cause an accident?

Brake fluid level

Anti-freeze level

Battery water level

Radiator coolant level

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Question 20 of 50

20. Question

What does this sign mean?

Slippery road

Swing bridge ahead

Accident spot ahead

Quayside or river bank

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Question 21 of 50

21. Question

You are driving on a well-lit motorway at night. You should?

Use only your sidelights in good weather

Always use your headlights

Always use your fog lights

Use headlights only in bad weather

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Question 22 of 50

22. Question

Your overall stopping distance will be much longer when:-

Driving in the rain

Driving at night

Driving in the fog

Driving in strong winds

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Question 23 of 50

23. Question

If you see a vehicle with a flashing amber light, what might it signify?

Police car

Doctor

Fire engine

Slow moving or broken down vehicle

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Question 24 of 50

24. Question

Once you have passed your Theory and Practical Driving Tests, your entitlement to drive is usually valid until you reach the age of:

50

60

65

70

80

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Question 25 of 50

25. Question

What does this sign mean?

You have right of way

No overtaking

Smaller vehicles keep left

Oncoming traffic has priority

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Question 26 of 50

26. Question

You are driving past a row of parked cars.

What should you do if you see a football bounce out in front of you?

Sound your horn

Continue at the same speed, but flash your lights

Slow down and be prepared to stop

Stop and wave the children to fetch their football

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Question 27 of 50

27. Question

On ice or snow braking distances can increase by:-

4 times

6 times

10 times

20 times

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Question 28 of 50

28. Question

Which THREE of these emergency services might have a blue flashing beacon?

3 answers required

Gritting lorries

Doctors cars

Bomb disposal

Pet ambulances

Mountain rescue

Coastguard

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Question 29 of 50

29. Question

How will a school crossing patrol signal you to stop?

By pointing to children on the opposite pavement

By displaying a red light

By displaying a stop sign

By giving you an arm signal

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Question 30 of 50

30. Question

What advice should you give to a driver who has had a few alcoholic drinks at a party?

Go home by public transport

Wait a short while and then drive home

Have a strong cup of coffee and then drive home

Drive home carefully and slowly

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Question 31 of 50

31. Question

In which circumstances may you reverse on the motorway?

In an emergency

If you breakdown on the right hand lane

If you are on the hard shoulder

none

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Question 32 of 50

32. Question

You are driving down a steep hill. Why could keeping the clutch down or selecting neutral for too long be dangerous?

It will wear tyres out more quickly

It will damage the engine

Fuel consumption will be higher

Your vehicle will pick up speed

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Question 33 of 50

33. Question

What must you have to park in a disabled space?

A wheelchair

A blue badge

A modified vehicle

An advanced driver certificate

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Question 34 of 50

34. Question

What does this sign mean?

Beware tram rails

Level crossing ahead

Beware overhead cables

Trams crossing ahead

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Question 35 of 50

35. Question

An emergency vehicle with flashing blue lights is catching you up. What should you do?

Nothing-just proceed as normal

Go faster to keep the road clear

Stop as soon as possible

Make room for them to pass, if necessary pull over and stop

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Question 36 of 50

36. Question

Before reversing, what should you check?

Behind you

Your door mirror

Ahead and behind you

All around

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Question 37 of 50

37. Question

At traffic lights, amber on its own means?

Go if the way is clear

Go if no pedestrians are crossing

Stop at the stop line

Prepare to go

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Question 38 of 50

38. Question

What does this traffic sign mean?

Dual carriageway ends

Road narrows on both sides

Two way traffic straight ahead

Danger ahead

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Question 39 of 50

39. Question

What does this sign mean?

Parking for military vehicles

Oncoming military vehicles

Slow moving military vehicles likely to be crossing or in road ahead

Tanks only

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Question 40 of 50

40. Question

Where are you most likely to see this sign?

In a built-up area

In a car park

On the motorway

In a lay-by

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Question 41 of 50

41. Question

What does; this motorway sign mean?

11 ton weight limit

Through traffic use left lane

Right-hand lane closed ahead

Right-lane T junction only

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Question 42 of 50

42. Question

What does this sign mean?

Minimum speed limit

No stopping

End of 20 mph zone

Entry to 20 mph zone

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Question 43 of 50

43. Question

What does this sign mean?

Cyclists and pedestrians in the road ahead

Segregated pedal cycle and pedestrian route

Cycle route ahead

No entry to cyclists and pedestrians

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Question 44 of 50

44. Question

What does this sign mean?

Give way to vehicles on the right and left

Traffic passes on both sides

Turn off at the next junction on the motorway

Pass either side to get to the same destination

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Question 45 of 50

45. Question

If your steering suddenly feels light it is a sign that:-

Your power steering system has failed

You are steering whilst the car is stationary

The tyres are losing their grip on the road

Your tyre pressures are low

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Question 46 of 50

46. Question

Case Study:
You decide to visit your mother who lives about 20 miles away. The journey will take you on
various roads including country lanes and A class roads and also a dual carriageway. You’ve
been before so think you know your way, you also have a mobile phone with you, so will be
able to ring for directions if you get lost.

You are driving along a single track road with passing places only on the right. A vehicle behind wishes to overtake; should you?

slow down

Speed up

Wait opposite the passing place on the right

Drive into the passing place on the right

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Question 47 of 50

47. Question

On your journey you encounter a box junction, when may you enter this box junction?

Only when your exit road is clear

Only when there are less than two vehicles in front

Whenever you need to turn right

Whenever the traffic lights show green

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Question 48 of 50

48. Question

A learner driver you are following stalls at a junction. What should you do?

Shout instructions

Be patient and wait for them to move on

Steer around them and drive on

Sound your horn and flash your lights

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Question 49 of 50

49. Question

You are driving along a country road. What should you expect to see coming towards you on YOUR side of the road?

Motorcycles

Pedestrians

Horse riders

Tractors

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Question 50 of 50

50. Question

Part of your journey is on a dual carriageway, what is the national speed limit on a dual carriageway?